All bills
| Bill | What it does | Prime sponsor | Status | Last action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB 1632 1995–96 |
Public lands exchangesThe Department of Natural Resources may exchange state-owned tidelands and shorelands with private and other public landowners if the exchange is in the public interest and actively contributes to the public benefits... | Jim Horn (R-41) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 357, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1677 1995–96 |
School real estate purchasesSchool districts are required to have a market value appraisal of real property prior to buying real property. The appraisal must be conducted by a professionally designated real estate appraiser selected by the district's... | John Koster (R-39) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 358, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1787 1995–96 |
Interest on accounts & fundsEighty percent of interest earnings on transportation-related accounts remain in those accounts, rather than being transferred to the general fund-state to be spent for general government purposes. This restores the law as it... | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 394, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1810 1995–96 |
Hazardous substance cleanupA policy advisory committee is created to review the policies, procedures and practices of the department in implementing the Model Toxics Control Act. The review includes cleanup standards, the cleanup process, funding,... | Gary Chandler (R-13) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 359, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1820 1995–96 |
Towing of vehiclesTow trucks towing vehicles or vehicles towing trailers must use safety chains. Failure to use safety chains is a class 1 civil infraction, the maximum penalty for which is $250 (not including statutory assessments). | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 360, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1853 1995–96 |
Juvenile probation bondsProbation Bond Provisions . A court may order a juvenile to post a bond or other collateral in lieu of a bond to enhance public safety, increase the likelihood that the juvenile will appear at a court date, and increase... | Scott Smith (R-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 395, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1876 1995–96 |
Dental services/health plansInsuring entities are permitted to offer coverage for dental services as part of, or separate from, the UBP, consistent with certification rules set by the Insurance Commissioner. This permission is not intended to convey a... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 1922 1995–96 |
Excursion vesselsFerry excursion services are regulated by the Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) with regard to entry, rates, routes and insurance. | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 361, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 2005 1995–96 |
Vision health care plansInsuring entities who have or who obtain licenses as HMO, HCSC's or insurers are permitted to offer coverage for vision care as part of, or separate from, the UBP, consistent with certification rules set by the Insurance... | Phil Dyer (R-5) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 2033 1995–96 |
Fire training/clean air actFires set as part of training flight aircraft rescue fires are exempt from the permitting requirements of the Washington Clean Air Act, provided that (1) the fire fighters participating in the training fires are affiliated... | Dave Schmidt (R-44) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 362, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 2063 1995–96 |
Public works assistance progIn order to accelerate project completion, the Public Works Board may make loans for preconstruction activities on public works projects before legislative approval of the construction phase. Preconstruction activities are... | Senator (R-15) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 363, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| HB 2090 1995–96 |
Gasohol taxationA refund system is established that would allow the state to continue to collect the motor fuel taxes on gasohol, holding the money in the gasohol exemption holding account for possible refund to gasohol distributors. | Karen Schmidt (R-23) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 364, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5003 1995–96 |
Agr funds & accounts interstThe agricultural local fund, the grain inspection revolving fund, and the fair fund are included with the list of funds that receive their prorated share of interest earnings. The rural rehabilitation account, which currently... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 365, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5011 1995–96 |
Speclzd forest prdcts permitThe specialized forest products statute is updated. Provisions of the Specialized Forest Products Act must be strictly enforced by all agencies. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 366, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5064 1995–96 |
Regional fisheries enhancmntRegional fisheries enhancement groups are assisted in the following manner: the Department of Fish and Wildlife shall provide engineering and technical assistance as available, the Department of Transportation shall assist in... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 367, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5092 1995–96 |
Library capital facilt areasA library capital facility area must be established by the legislative authority of the county or counties in which the area is located upon the receipt of a petition requesting the area from the board of a library district.... | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 368, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5093 1995–96 |
Fire protectionGovernance : In order to promote efficiency and effectiveness, the ten-member state Fire Protection Policy Board is reduced to eight members. Multiple representation on the board is eliminated. | Mary Margaret Haugen (D-10) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 369, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5106 1995–96 |
Grizzly bear managementThe Department of Fish and Wildlife cannot transport or introduce in the state grizzly bears that are not native to the state of Washington. The department must protect grizzly bears and develop management programs that... | Bob Morton (R-7) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 370, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5108 1995–96 |
Hunter educatn training progHunter education requirements for persons over 18 years old are repealed. | Sid Snyder (D-19) | Vetoed Vetoed by the Governor |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5121 1995–96 |
Agricultural safety standrdsThe Department of Labor and Industries is directed to delay the effective date of agricultural safety rules adopted after January 1, 1995, until January 15, 1996. This delay covers both changes to agricultural-specific... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 371, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5127 1995–96 |
Public facilities districtsThe public facilities districts are given powers and administrative mechanisms similar to those of other special districts. The board is given authority to promulgate rules for the day-to-day operation of the district, within... | James West (R-6) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 396, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5157 1995–96 |
Hatchery salmon markingCoho salmon and chinook salmon produced in salmon hatcheries are marked for the purpose of identification in mixed stock fisheries. The bill is null and void if funding is not provided in the budget. | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 372, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5190 1995–96 |
Tattooing of minorsIt is a misdemeanor for a person to tattoo a minor under the age of 16. | Pam Roach (R-31) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 373, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5244 1995–96 |
AFDC/dependent childWhen a child voluntarily leaves the home of a parent, without the consent of the parent, the child is not considered a dependent child for purposes of eligibility for Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) assistance,... | Brad Owen (D-35) | Enacted (partial veto) Enacted with partial veto · Chapter 401, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |
| SB 5315 1995–96 |
Agriculture and marketingMilk and Milk Products . The current $0.0054 per hundredweight assessment on milk is extended to June 30, 2000. The director's authority is expanded to allow for the revocation of the license or to degrade a product of a milk... | Marilyn Rasmussen (D-2) | Enacted Enacted · Chapter 374, Laws of 1995 |
May 16, 1995 |